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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters XI and XII.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Nioche describes his former wife as _____________.
(a) An angel.
(b) A steady tree in a harsh wind.
(c) A firecracker.
(d) His purgatory.

2. When Newman comes to visit Claire's home for the first time, what happens?
(a) He has been given a fake address.
(b) He is told she is not in.
(c) He gets lost.
(d) There is a fire in the building.

3. During his travels, what does Newman admit in a letter to Mrs. Tristam?
(a) He is in love with her.
(b) He longs to return to America.
(c) He is thinking of staying in Rome.
(d) He misses Claire.

4. What is Babcock's first name?
(a) Brock.
(b) Brian.
(c) Bennington.
(d) Benjamin.

5. What do the Nioches add to Noemie's first painting that brings its price up?
(a) An extra object in the painting.
(b) Drops of liquid gold to make it look fancier.
(c) A frame.
(d) A special coating.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Newman think Claire's family should have to do when it comes to proving Newman's nobility?

2. When Newman and Claire's mother are left alone for the first time, what does Newman tell her?

3. Who informs Newman that Noemie has left her father's home?

4. How much does Noemie tell Newman her first painting wlll cost to purchase?

5. What relationship did Tristam and Newman have prior to meeting again in the story?

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